Choosing your path to divorce in the Netherlands: lawyer, mediator, or both?

Once the decision to divorce has been made, the next step is to choose how to handle the divorce process. In the Netherlands, there are three common routes to reaching a divorce judgment: hiring a lawyer, working with a mediator, or combining mediation with legal support in the background. Each option has its own advantages … Continue reading Choosing your path to divorce in the Netherlands: lawyer, mediator, or both?

Divorcing in The Netherlands? Advice from the tax department

In The Hague, 1,713 people divorced in 2024. This makes The Hague one of the three municipalities with the highest number of divorces last year, according to new figures from Statistics Netherlands (CBS). A divorce also has consequences for your tax affairs. Therefore, the Tax and Customs Administration is offering tips to help you manage your taxes … Continue reading Divorcing in The Netherlands? Advice from the tax department

Am I divorced yet? Understanding the divorce process in the Netherlands

Making the decision to divorce is rarely easy. For most couples, it follows months – or even years – of emotional reflection and effort. But once that decision is made, the legal process begins – and that’s often where the real work starts. In the Netherlands, divorce involves more than just signing a few forms. … Continue reading Am I divorced yet? Understanding the divorce process in the Netherlands